Athua

Athua is a village located in Sagardighi subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Sagardighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Athua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bannyeswar is the gram panchayat of Athua village.

Athua has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Athua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athua is 314264. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742226. Raghunathganj is nearest town to Athua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Athua

Below is a concise population overview of Athua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,654 833 821
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 274 114 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 129 69 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 930 519 411
Illiterate Population 724 314 410

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athua village:

  • The total population of Athua village is around 1,654, including approximately 833 males and 821 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 274 children aged 0–6 years in Athua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Athua village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Athua village is about 56.23%, with male literacy at 62.30% and female literacy at 50.06%.
  • There are around 346 households in Athua village.

Connectivity of Athua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athua. As per the 2011 stats, Athua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Athua

Knowing the nearby villages of Athua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athua.

Frequently Asked Questions about Athua

Where is Athua located?
Athua village is situated in Sagardighi Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athua?
The Gram Panchayat of Athua is Bannyeswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Athua?
The pincode of Athua is 742226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Athua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athua is 1,654, with 833 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Athua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Athua village has a total of 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athua is 56.23%. The male literacy rate is 62.30%, while the female literacy rate is 50.06%.